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2 | September 7, 2017 | 22nd century media home improvement Guide 22ndCenturyMedia.com Tinley Park Kitchen & Bath creates happy customers The following is a letter from Sharon and Jeff N., satisfied customers of Tinley Park Kitchen and Bath Shoppe. The cabinets are Dura Supreme, Cherry Cider with Cambria Nevern countertops. Spring 2017: I want to take a moment to share the wonderful experience we had in working with Tinley Park Kitchen & Bath in remodeling our kitchen. While we were initially uncertain whether they could meet our design and How smart home technology can help eliminate stress this school year BY STATEPOINT MEDIA Many parents have worries around the backto-school season, especially if children will be alone for a portion of the afternoon or in the morning before catching the bus. What if you a better eye could be kept on things when the parent or homeowner is not physically there? Here are some ways to use smart home technology to simplify daily routines and minimize stress, knowing the children are safe. eRIN TUCKPOINTING • C<strong>HI</strong>MNEY REPAIRS AND REBUILT • BRICK WORK • GLASS BLOCK WINDOWS • TUCKPOINTING & BRICK SEALING OFFICE: 708.424.6575 References available EMAIL: erintuckpointing@gmail.com quality needs, as we got to know our designer, Rachel, we grew increasingly confident in her abilities to design the kitchen we wanted and their ability to offer higher-end cabinetry. Indeed, as we realized early on, kitchen remodels can be expensive and create a great deal of inconvenience. We appreciated the honesty of our designer, and the timeline she established for our remodel was pretty much spot-on and perfect in its execution. We also appreciated her incredible patience with us. Her professionalism was beyond compare and we are truly grateful for her willingness to help us through our struggles, as we searched for the highest-quality alternatives to meet our needs. Rachel always brought to the table numerous alternatives and shared them with us in such a pleasant and caring manner. I would also like to thank the carpentry team that was assigned to our project. These two individuals were always polite, on time and truly experts in their Start with a hub A hub is like the brain of the home tech and connects to the router, allowing devices like locks, thermostats and lighting to communicate with one another. The hub can even send notifications to a mobile phone, so anyone can monitor and control their home remotely. With hubs such as SmartThings, Wink or Nexia, setting up your devices and customizations is simple. However, you may prefer a hub disguised as security panels, such as ADT Pulse or Vivint, or those that work with popular voice speakers, such as Amazon Echo and Google Home. multiple fields. I cannot overstate how incredibly exceptional the cuts were in the crown molding, the cabinetry and the island. Attention to detail was present every day in their work. I truly enjoyed having them in our home. With the utmost sincerity and without hesitation, I would highly recommend Tinley Park Kitchen & Bath for any customer looking for a great design partner who has the capability of providing higher-end cabinetry. The entire team was incredible. Customize Scenes are an easy way to sync smart devices to perform a series of actions that make life more convenient. For example, wake the children with a “good morning” scene that turns lights on and plays music via an Echo or Google Home. Worried about energy bills? Keep children from cranking the air after school with a smart thermostat, which lets anyone control the temperature throughout the day. After homework and chores are complete, a voice control assistant will keep kids entertained with music, and a movie scene can lower lights and turn on speakers. Finish the day with a “good night scene,” that shuts off lights, lowers the temperature, locks the doors and arms the security system. Think safety A smart home can keep a watchful eye on children. Smart door locks like Schlage or Kwikset eliminate the need for children to keep track of house keys and let the parent know if they forget to lock the door when they leave. When they get home, the parent will receive a notification letting them know they’ve arrived safely. Security-focused solutions like the Piper NV camera and hub or Abode’s DIY security solution alert when someone enters and exits, and they even provide video clips to the parent’s phone. Smart sensors, such as those Sincerely, Jeff and Sharon Tinley Park Kitchen & Bath’s goal is to make all of their customers feel Jeff and Sharon. Tinley Park Kitchen & Bath loves what they do, and are committed to customer satisfaction. Submitted by Tinley Park Kitchen & Bath Shoppe, 17050 South Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park. For more information, call (708) 429-6601 or visit www.tpkitchenandbath.com. from Aeotec, can notify whenever a window, door or even a cabinet drawer is opened. During emergencies, children can press Fibaro’s Button device to activate an emergency scene that signals an alarm and sends a notification to the parent’s phone indicating they need help. Future-proof tech Smart home tech doesn’t have to be expensive; anyone can start small with a hub and a few devices and add more as needs change. Just be sure all devices can talk to one another now and in the future. With Z-Wave technology for example, devices from different manufacturers can communicate, no matter where they were bought, so consider looking for the Z-Wave logo when shopping for smart home technology. For smart home ideas and customer support, visit www.z-wave. com. Alleviate back-to-school stress with new tools that help keep the children safe and streamline a parent’s day.
22ndCenturyMedia.com home improvement Guide 22nd century media | September 7, 2017 | 3 Making a home safer in wicked weather BY STATEPOINT MEDIA Wicked weather can happen anytime, anywhere. Being prepared will offer a family and home greater protection. Here is what to know. Take shelter Oftentimes, the safest place to be during a storm is at home or in a designated shelter, depending on the storm’s severity. That said, it’s important to know more about how a home was constructed. Keep in mind that new homes are subject to regional safety standards to help ensure they can stand up to extreme conditions likely to occur in the area. So, if living in an older home, consider retrofitting it with newer products that are more resistant to high winds. If living in a manufactured home, rest easier knowing that the home was subject to robust compliance and quality assurance regulations enacted by the federal government in 1976 and was engineered for wind safety and energy efficiency based on the geographic region in which it was bought. Even so, proper installation is crucial for maximum safety, including additional structures added by the homeowner, such as an awning, deck, carport or sunroom. Indeed, a 2014 Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety test found that newer manufactured homes performed better at high winds than traditionalbuilt homes when attached structures are properly installed. The Manufactured Housing Institute says the building design criteria and anchoring systems for modern manufactured homes allow them to perform better in a storm than ones built before 1976, and that federal wind standards became even stronger in 1994. It’s also a good idea to have a professional check the anchoring system on an older manufactured home, especially one built prior to 1976. If living in a manufactured home landlease community, contact the community manager for assistance with identifying a qualified inspector. If the manufactured home is located on private property, a local licensed manufactured home installer can be hired to inspect the home’s anchoring and tie-down system. To learn more, visit www.manufac turedhousing.org. Get stocked up Taking shelter in a storm is easier when you are equipped to do so. Maintain a well-stocked supply of non-perishable food items, fresh water, batteries and a first-aid kit. It may also be wise to purchase a generator; however, it’s crucial to follow the manufacturer’s safety instructions and to never operate the generator in an enclosed space. Tune in Listen to local news to get the latest weather updates and safety instructions. Keep a batteryoperated radio handy to stay up-to-date even if the power should go out for a long period. Today’s weather forecasting technologies often provide advance notice of weather patterns capable of producing conditions such as severe wind and tornadoes, so one can know whether it’s time to seek shelter in the basement or evacuate the area. If a home, site-built or manufactured, does not have a below-ground basement, have a plan in place to seek below-ground or other appropriate shelter nearby when necessary. It’s also important to follow evacuation orders when issued. While a storm is not preventable, being unprepared for one is. Fall-tastic Time To plant! FLOWERING PERENNIALS • SHRUBS & TREES OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! Great September Salс THROUGHOUT THE NURSERY TIME TO FRESHEN UP YOUR LANDSCAPE! We deliver BULK MULCH SOIL & STONE VISIT OUR STORE & PLACE YOUR FALL ORDER TODAY $10 OFF YOUR PURCHASE OF BULK MULCH *minimum of 1 Yard of mulch. Not valid on previous purchases. Expires 9/17/17. Melka Garden Center 11606 179th St., Mokena | (708) 349-6989 ext. 3 Visit our website: www.jimmelkalandscaping.com Connect with us on social media:
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